Breathe of fresh air

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Sunflowers bloomed,
at every winding turn we took.
For every stranger who talked to us,
we had a giggle and warm wish.
We were two perfect strangers,
in a city we both call our home.


My lungs breathed in air so sweet,
Pure and gentle as they reached me.
I watched you walk into the perfect shade
under the flickering summer heat.
I hoped that your heart felt
just as light as mine did.


As we watched the valley bathe
under a stormy shower,
I just wanted time to still.
I was present. I was there.
I felt alive, after what feels like years,
to see home so far away from home.

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